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The title character in Annie Hall, played by Diane Keaton, is a good example of the Mystic archetype; she's a free spirit who lives in her own world.
What Does the Mystic Care About?
The Mystic cares about simplicity. Give her a nice home base that provides space for her to be herself, and she'll do anything to protect it. She's gentle mannered — but don't invade her quiet space! She needs room to be creative; a studio or garden is perfect.
She flourishes in a house where she can perform all of the household chores alone. She never wants a maid.
She doesn't have a strong desire to have children. She loves solitude and probably wouldn't mind being in prison as much as an Amazon woman would.
She takes her time in everything she does. She performs one task at a time with joy and concentration in each step. No task is beneath her and time is of no consequence.
Recycling and being “earth conscious” is important to her but she doesn't preach to others. She loves to be in nature and mixing herbs is a favorite pastime.
What Does the Mystic Fear?
The Mystic strives to overcome her fears but isn't always successful. She fears not having a place to call her own where she can be herself and escape from other people's drama.
She's fine with having someone else provide for her but she's somewhat uneasy that her ability to do what she wants depends on another person.
Losing her home or sanctuary would devastate her, but she knows she can make a home wherever she goes. To the Mystic, home truly is where the heart is.
Anything that takes away her privacy and her solitude is her enemy.
She deeply fears being in a large group of people because she's so sensitive; she feels the emotions of others and is overwhelmed in public places. She does her grocery shopping at midnight to avoid crowds.
She hates being in the spotlight and stays as far away from competition as possible. She doesn't like to see someone else lose on her account. She feels everyone should be honored for his or her efforts.
What Motivates the Mystic?
The aesthetic need for balance — a sense of order in life, a sense of being connected with something greater than herself — is what drives her. She has a spiritual need to connect or create. She knows she's not alone on earth and sometimes senses the life forces around her.
The reward of being left alone, having free time and obtaining security are great motivators. She'll do anything to sustain a quiet and calm home life. She'd rather fix her own faucet than call a plumber.
The plight of others can sometimes motivate her into action and to taking up a cause. She believes everyone has their own karma to bear.
How Do Other Characters See the Mystic?
Others see her as quiet, calm, unhurried and definitely not a multitasker.
She has great patience and often listens to other people's problems for hours at a time even if they're not quick to return the favor. Some may see her as a pushover or a gullible woman, but beneath the surface is an understanding woman with wisdom to share. A lot goes on behind her eyes, but most people don't realize it.
She usually wears clothes for simple comfort, not to stay with trends. She likes wearing thrift store clothing that shows her unique earthy style and frugal sense of recycling.
Developing the Character Arc
Look at your character's main goal in the story and then at the fears you've selected to use against her. What can she learn to overcome her fear? Does she need to learn how to stand up for herself? Does she need to speak in public in order to save her home? Does she want to get married but is afraid of commitment?
Very often a Mystic needs to learn to be assertive or her needs aren't met. She needs to go out into the world and experience life. She needs to learn that to be in love doesn't mean she has to lose her identity, which is why she stays away from commitment. She also needs to realize that there are other Mystics out there and she doesn't have
The title character in Annie Hall, played by Diane Keaton, is a good example of the Mystic archetype; she's a free spirit who lives in her own world.
What Does the Mystic Care About?
The Mystic cares about simplicity. Give her a nice home base that provides space for her to be herself, and she'll do anything to protect it. She's gentle mannered — but don't invade her quiet space! She needs room to be creative; a studio or garden is perfect.
She flourishes in a house where she can perform all of the household chores alone. She never wants a maid.
She doesn't have a strong desire to have children. She loves solitude and probably wouldn't mind being in prison as much as an Amazon woman would.
She takes her time in everything she does. She performs one task at a time with joy and concentration in each step. No task is beneath her and time is of no consequence.
Recycling and being “earth conscious” is important to her but she doesn't preach to others. She loves to be in nature and mixing herbs is a favorite pastime.
What Does the Mystic Fear?
The Mystic strives to overcome her fears but isn't always successful. She fears not having a place to call her own where she can be herself and escape from other people's drama.
She's fine with having someone else provide for her but she's somewhat uneasy that her ability to do what she wants depends on another person.
Losing her home or sanctuary would devastate her, but she knows she can make a home wherever she goes. To the Mystic, home truly is where the heart is.
Anything that takes away her privacy and her solitude is her enemy.
She deeply fears being in a large group of people because she's so sensitive; she feels the emotions of others and is overwhelmed in public places. She does her grocery shopping at midnight to avoid crowds.
She hates being in the spotlight and stays as far away from competition as possible. She doesn't like to see someone else lose on her account. She feels everyone should be honored for his or her efforts.
What Motivates the Mystic?
The aesthetic need for balance — a sense of order in life, a sense of being connected with something greater than herself — is what drives her. She has a spiritual need to connect or create. She knows she's not alone on earth and sometimes senses the life forces around her.
The reward of being left alone, having free time and obtaining security are great motivators. She'll do anything to sustain a quiet and calm home life. She'd rather fix her own faucet than call a plumber.
The plight of others can sometimes motivate her into action and to taking up a cause. She believes everyone has their own karma to bear.
How Do Other Characters See the Mystic?
Others see her as quiet, calm, unhurried and definitely not a multitasker.
She has great patience and often listens to other people's problems for hours at a time even if they're not quick to return the favor. Some may see her as a pushover or a gullible woman, but beneath the surface is an understanding woman with wisdom to share. A lot goes on behind her eyes, but most people don't realize it.
She usually wears clothes for simple comfort, not to stay with trends. She likes wearing thrift store clothing that shows her unique earthy style and frugal sense of recycling.
Developing the Character Arc
Look at your character's main goal in the story and then at the fears you've selected to use against her. What can she learn to overcome her fear? Does she need to learn how to stand up for herself? Does she need to speak in public in order to save her home? Does she want to get married but is afraid of commitment?
Very often a Mystic needs to learn to be assertive or her needs aren't met. She needs to go out into the world and experience life. She needs to learn that to be in love doesn't mean she has to lose her identity, which is why she stays away from commitment. She also needs to realize that there are other Mystics out there and she doesn't have
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